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CU18 VLX

2018 Ssangyong Korando

Grey Diesel 2157cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,269 mi
Last recorded82,269 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Ssangyong Korando35,563 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU18 VLX
MakeSsangyong
ModelKorando
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,157cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 82,269 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 75,579 miles

tow ball not fitted at time of test

Fail 26 Jun 2025 75,436 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 23 May 2025 74,678 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 15 May 2024 65,279 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 58,481 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 45,395 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner outer edges low,,, (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. handbrake lever operation inside rear drum,,,is seized lever,,,just met brake efficiency,,,advise remove brakes,,too free lever operation,. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged steps on inside edge of tyre ,,uneven wear,,will cause road noise,,,2mm inside patches,,keep check,. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both front wipers starting to split,,nsf osf,. (3.4 (b) (i))

engine cover undertray under car damaged by support bolts,,keep check ,,hanging low under car,.

Pass 31 Mar 2021 31,871 miles

Rear both rear tyres out of shape on inner edge

Fail 31 Mar 2021 31,871 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear both rear tyres out of shape on inner edge

How Reliable is the Ssangyong Korando?

Based on 79,386 MOT tests across 8,435 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,303
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
8,435
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 803
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 637
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CU18 VLX is a 2018 Ssangyong Korando in Grey with a 2,157cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 Ssangyong Korando models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 35,563 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ssangyong Korando fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 803 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU18 VLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ssangyong Korando typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 8 years old, this Ssangyong Korando is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was CU18 VLX registered?

CU18 VLX is a 2018 Ssangyong Korando, first registered on 6 March 2018.

Is CU18 VLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU18 VLX shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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